Living Loved

My sweet friends! Happy, happy new year! If you are anything like me, these last two years have not been easy. I think it's easy to say that most (if not all) of us are feeling a bit weary after all that we have walked through. But the Lord has really encouraged me to shake off the discouragement and He has filled me with hope for this coming year! I encourage you to let the Lord refresh you as you step into 2022.

I am starting this new year off with a 21-day fast! I am creating space for the Lord to speak and am praying very intentionally about a few things. I would love for you to join me as we usher in this coming year! In this episode, I talk about how the Lord will reveal pieces of His heart to us so that we can partner with Him in them to see change happen.

The 21-Day Challenge:

1. Create Space for the Lord: Set aside 15-30 minutes each day for the next 21 days to be with the Lord and pray. You can also join me in fasting as well (from social media, something the Lord places on your heart, or a certain food-related fast such as the Daniel fast!)
2. Create a Battle Plan & Pray: Write down 3 things that your heart aches to see change in. I encourage you to choose at least one world-wide or widespread issue as one of your three. What big thing has the Lord burdened your heart with that you so desire to see change in? Do you want to see abortion end, sex trafficking end, a certain nation to be saved? Write it down! Then choose two other personal things that are weighing on your heart right now. Maybe it's a broken relationship or a job you really desire or a healing you are contending for. Now, write down 5 people to pray for. I encourage you to choose at least two people that you do not personally know. These could be celebrities who are not walking with God, someone you know from social media, a politician. The Lord is no respecter of persons and I have seen Him work miracles through my prayers for certain celebrities! Then choose three other people that you personally know that you want to be praying for.
3. Take Communion Every Day: There is so much power in the finished work of the cross! Seal the deal on all that you are contending for by pleading the blood of Jesus over each person and situation. You can take a small cup of juice and a small cracker or piece of bread. Or you can order a set of communion cups on Amazon (I use them every day!). 

Your words are powerful! And our God is strong and mighty! He is in the business of miracles. Let this challenge stir up your faith and watch as your giants fall!

Communion Prayer Example:
HOLD THE BREAD IN YOUR HAND AND SAY:
Dear Lord Jesus, I come to You, and remember all that You have done for me on the cross. Thank You for loving me so much, You gave up heaven for me. Thank You for allowing Your body to be broken so that mine might be whole. As I partake, I receive Your resurrection life, health, and strength. By Your grace, I shall be completely strong and healthy all the days of my life. My eyes shall not grow dim, nor shall my strength be abated. No sickness can remain in my body because the same power that raised You from the grave flows through me. By Your stripes, I am healed. [Now eat the bread.]

NOW HOLD THE CUP IN YOUR HAND AND TELL HIM:
Lord Jesus, thank You for Your precious blood. Thank You for washing me clean of all my sins. I stand before You completely righteous and forgiven. Your blood has redeemed me from every curse, and today I can freely receive all the blessings that crown the head of the righteous. Amen! [Now drink.]

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Hello my sweet friends! This is a very special week because we got to sit down with one of my newest friends, Miss Joy Groeschel!

Joy is only 17-years-old but the wisdom she carries truly exceeds her years! Joy cracked open her heart, sharing her journey with a chronic illness she has been facing for the last few years. She talks about the sweet friendship she has with Jesus and how she has let Him carry her through this hard season.

This was such a sweet conversation and I know that you will be so blessed by her heart!

Joy's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/joygroeschel/?hl=en

Joy's Website & Blog:
https://thejoygroeschel.wixsite.com/mysite

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Hello, my dear friends! I hope you are having a beautiful start to the holiday season.

This has by far been the most requested podcast episode to date! I have been intentionally putting it off because I wanted to make sure that I wasn't sharing my story prematurely. The Lord really pressed this message on my heart this week, so I decided to tell you guys my story!

I pray that this episode brings you freedom and just lets you know that you are not alone in your struggles. Most girls I know have faced body-image struggles to some extent. It is sadly so common nowadays. But Jesus paid a high price for us all to be free in every area of our lives! So let's not settle for anything less.

I love you. I believe in you. God is with you in this. He has a huge plan for your life. This is such a small chapter and there is so much ahead for you. He will lead you through as He always does.

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My beautiful friends! Happy, happy holidays!

What a past couple years these have been, am I right?! I don't know about you but I have been feeling so jumbled and a bit overwhelmed right now. These last couple years have been difficult and they have been loud. 

The Lord really pressed this message on my heart this week and I felt that He really wanted me to share it with you guys. The Lord is wanting us to cut out all of the negative chatter and make space for Him to speak. He is cleaning the rooms of our hearts and minds. He is bringing healing, refreshment, and clarity. 

I pray that this holiday season would be a marking time for you and the Lord. That you would hear your Father's voice louder than any other voice around you. I pray that this would be a season of miracles and sweet intimacy with God.

You're doing amazing! Love you!

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What a special week this is! I got to chat with one of my sweetest friends, miss Ashley! I love how her ministry is called The Honey Scoop, because that is exactly what she is: a scoop of pure sweetness!

Ashley has such incredible insight on the power of reading the Bible. She has seen how the Word of God truly is alive and active. She shares her journey with reading the Bible and tells us how we can learn to truly fall in love with it as well!

I pray that this episode blesses you and inspires you to be molded by God's word above all else!

Ashley's Instagram: @thehoneyscoop
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Ashley's TikTok: @ashleyhetherington
https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleyhetherington?lang=en

Ashley's Bible Study:
https://thehoneyscoop.com/teen-bible-study

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YouTube:
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This was such a special episode! I got to sit down with my dear friend, Cambria Joy, to hear her story and heart behind all that she does.

Cambria is a certified personal trainer and nutrition coach. She makes health and wellness videos on YouTube and is the author of her very own book, "Growing Strong." She is so knowledgeable on health and fitness and uses her education to help other girls become truly healthy.

Cambria opens up about her past struggles with bulimia and binge eating and shows us how she was able to overcome her struggles. I love that Cambria includes her faith in all that she does, emphasizing that God is truly the key to all healing.

I pray that this episode encourages you and that you truly find healing through her story.

Remember: you are not alone in your struggles. God loves you so much and He is strong enough to carry you through.

Cambria's Instagram: @cambriajoy
https://www.instagram.com/cambriajoy/?hl=en

Cambria's YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/CambriaJoy

Cambria's Book, "Growing Strong:"
https://www.amazon.com/Growing-Strong-Workouts-Devotions-Recipes/dp/0736978062

My Instagram: @brianneerman
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YouTube:
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Hello, hello friends! Life has been pretty wild for me recently so I thought it was time we caught up! 

Thank you so much for sending in all of your questions! If you'd like to have your questions answered, make sure to follow me on Instagram so you don't miss the next Q&A!

In this episode, I talk about:

• My experience on the Christian dating show I was on (LOL), the Matchmaker
• Health and life update
• What God has been teaching me recently
• How to pray in your season of singleness
• What to do when God feels distant
• How to stay in a place of humility

I'm praying that our lil' chat brings you joy and blesses you! Have a great week guys!

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Y'all this episode was so fun! Today, we are joined by my bestie, Riley Sewell, to talk all about dating and relationships! We asked you guys what you wanted to know and let me just say that y'all did not disappoint!

In this episode we cover:

• Riley's dating experiences and what her 'type' is
• Is there such thing as "the one?"
• Is it okay to date someone with a bad past?
• Dating non-Believers?
• How to be content in singleness
• Honest thoughts on dating apps?
• How to do a relationship well when you have no experience
• Is it okay for the girl to pursue the guy?
• Thoughts on casual dating
• How to guard your heard in relationships 

As you can see, we hit a lot of topics! I pray that this episode encourages you and gives you some answers to your pressing questions!

Riley's Instagram: @rileywithcourage
https://www.instagram.com/rileywithcourage/

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This week we are joined by one of my dearest friends, Michelle! She so graciously opened her heart to us, sharing about the loss of her father, walking through anxiety, and ultimately finding true freedom in Jesus.

I am so immensely proud of Michelle for opening up about such a vulnerable part of her story. I pray that no matter what you are facing that you would know that God is with you and He is for you. Nothing is too dark or too messy for God. You will get through this.

Michelle's Instagram: @michellee.armas
https://www.instagram.com/michellee.armas/?hl=en

My Instagram: @brianneerman
https://www.instagram.com/brianneerman/?hl=en

YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC59TCrjVbuB-0S2tBaxps2w